ViaQuest·South Bend, Indiana
The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner performs face-to-face psychiatric assessments and ongoing visits for adult residents in long-term care facilities. They are also responsible for managing psychiatric medications and educating facility staff to ensure high-quality mental health care.
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner: Long-Term Care (Adults 18+) A Great Opportunity / Full Time
At ViaQuest we provide specialized, individualized psychiatric care to adults in long-term care settings. We serve residents ages 18 and above, many of whom live with complex mental health needs, chronic illness, or developmental disabilities. Our psychiatric nurse practitioners partner closely with each facility’s long-term care healthcare team to deliver individualized, high-quality mental health care for residents. Apply today and make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve!
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Performing face-to-face assessments and ongoing psychiatric visits with adult clients in long-term care facilities.
Maintaining current patient records to clearly document problems, treatment plans, actions, goals, and changes as they occur.
Educating and supporting caregivers and facility staff.
Managing and adjusting psychiatric medications to promote stability and well-being.
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Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
PMHNP license required.
Experience in psychiatric, mental, and behavioral health services.
Long-term care and/or geriatric experience strongly preferred.
Outpatient and tele-psychiatry experience a plus.
Willingness to travel within assigned service area.
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Malpractice insurance coverage.
Comprehensive training.
Monthly productivity incentive bonus program.
Regular collaboration with a psychiatrist.
Benefit package for full-time employees (including medical, vision, dental, disability, life insurance, and a 401k).
Paid time off.
Premium holiday pay.
Mileage reimbursement.
Flexible scheduling.
Employee referral bonus program.
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Do you have questions?
Email us at Careers@ViaQuestInc.com
Market context
Indiana psychiatric nurse practitioner roles are typically shaped by steady behavioral health demand, especially in settings that need medication management and ongoing patient follow-up. This role is competitive because it requires Indiana NP licensure, DEA registration, board certification, BLS, and a collaborative practice agreement with MCHCC physicians, while offering health insurance, retirement, loan reimbursement, childcare reimbursement, and professional development. Before applying, confirm your certification and collaborative practice status, and note that the requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description to save research time.